{"id":674,"date":"2025-09-14T22:01:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-14T22:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dgdental.com\/blog\/?p=674"},"modified":"2025-10-14T22:03:32","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T22:03:32","slug":"diabetic-use-dental-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dgdental.com\/blog\/diabetic-use-dental-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"Diabetic? Use Your Dental Insurance to Protect Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dgdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_631148199-diabetes-senior-smile-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling senior woman checking her blood sugar \" class=\"wp-image-675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dgdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_631148199-diabetes-senior-smile-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dgdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_631148199-diabetes-senior-smile-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dgdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_631148199-diabetes-senior-smile.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Diabetes is a dangerous condition that, left unmanaged, can have serious whole-body consequences. It might even affect your smile! Yes, diabetes is associated with an increased risk of a number of oral health problems. In this blog post, you will learn what those problems are and how your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dgdental.com\/insurance.html\">dental insurance<\/a> can help your smile stay strong and functional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oral Health Risks of Diabetes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diabetes may heighten your chances of developing the following oral health issues:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Gum disease. <\/strong>Diabetes can hinder your body\u2019s ability to fend off infections, including gum disease. As gum disease progresses, it can cause sore gums, gum recession, and even tooth loss.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dry mouth.<\/strong> If your blood glucose levels are too high, you may struggle with a dry mouth. This can increase the number of harmful bacteria in your mouth, which could lead to infections and tooth decay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cuts and sores.<\/strong> Diabetes can slow down your body\u2019s healing process, which means that small oral wounds, such as cuts and sores, are more likely to get infected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting Your Oral Health with the Help of Your Insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While diabetes poses a threat to your oral health, it does not unequivocally doom you to a suffering smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One major thing you can do is be mindful of your home routine for oral care. Regular brushing and flossing are both important. You should also carefully comply with your doctor\u2019s instructions on how to manage your diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist wants to help you as well, and fortunately, your dental insurance likely covers many of the services that can help you in your efforts to maintain your oral health. For example, your policy is likely to provide benefits for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Preventive services, <\/strong>such as exams and cleanings, are usually 100% covered. Most policies cover two preventive visits each year. During these appointments, your dentist can remove harmful plaque from your mouth, look for signs of gum disease and other problems, and provide tailored guidance to help you take good care of your smile at home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basic services <\/strong>are frequently around 80% covered. Many dental insurance companies classify scaling and root planing (one of the most common treatments for gum disease) as a basic service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Major treatments, <\/strong>including crowns, dentures, and other types of tooth replacement may be around 50% covered.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not let diabetes ruin your smile! With a combination of daily self-care and professional assistance, you may be able to enjoy a healthy and strong smile for many years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Meet the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D&amp;G Dental of West Orange is home to five highly skilled dental professionals. We offer a broad range of services, including preventive care, gum disease treatment, tooth replacement and more. We welcome patients with diabetes and are eager to help you maintain your health. To learn more or request an appointment, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dgdental.com\/contact-us.html\">contact our office<\/a> at 973-731-2200.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Diabetes is a dangerous condition that, left unmanaged, can have serious whole-body consequences. It might even affect your smile! Yes, diabetes is associated with an increased risk of a number of oral health problems. 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